Case history
Case history #1
A 42-year-old woman presents with bilateral breast pain of mild-to-moderate intensity. Pain is worse just before the start of her menstrual period and improves a few days after. Gynaecological history is significant for gravida 2 para 2. She does not take an oral contraceptive. Physical examination of the breasts demonstrates diffuse nodularity throughout both breasts.
Case history #2
A 36-year-old woman notices a lump in her breast while taking a shower. It is tender to palpation.
Other presentations
Some patients may complain of nipple discharge. There may be incidental findings of abnormalities on breast imaging (mammography or breast ultrasound) corresponding to breast cysts, or a solid mass that on biopsy may confirm a diagnosis of fibrocystic breast changes.
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